2021 Kia Telluride Features & Specs
2021 Kia Telluride in Rochester, MN
Wildly popular and ready for adventure, the 2021 Kia Telluride receives a 10 out of 10 rating from Car and Driver. This roomy SUV features three rows of seating, competing with similar offerings from car manufacturers like Chevrolet, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Honda. As the Telluride continues to sell quickly on Kia lots nationwide, the affectionately dubbed “Sell-U-Ride” offers an overall value and price appeal to Americans from all walks of life.
There are many features that make this SUV something special, including its design. Let’s take a look at the Telluride’s most exciting elements that inspire drivers to get behind the wheel. When you're ready to take the 2021 Telluride on a test drive, contact us online, or give us a call at 507-215-8923
Features: Exterior and Interior
The exterior of the Telluride features an elegant, luxurious design. Wherever you drive, expect to feel as though you’re riding a European luxury car.
The 2020 Kia Telluride came in just a handful of colors, but the 2021 Kia Telluride model year comes in with a whopping nine colors! Take your pick between Gravity Gray, Sangria, Everlasting Silver, Snow White Pearl, Black Copper, Dark Moss, Ebony Black, Wolf Gray, and Glacial White Pearl!
The 2021 Telluride is a mid-size SUV. Its large grille and headlight placements bring a perfect balance to the rest of the vehicle. Cosmetics aside, the Telluride’s exterior features are luxurious: throughout the Telluride trim lineup, expect to find heated outside mirrors and LED turn signal indicators.
The base LX and EX trim levels come with 18-inch rims, while the S and SX trim levels come with 20-inch rims.
And while Minnesota winters sure get gelid, the experience of a luxurious sunroof can hardly be beaten! Higher trim levels of the Telluride enable this feature. Upgrade to the SX package, and you’ll enjoy double sunroofs, to enhance your view of the Land of 10,000 Lakes. (Scroll down for a view for yourself!)
If your expectations were high for the 2020 Telluride interior, you won’t be disappointed with the 2021 model year. Like last year’s model, this one’s design is luxurious and chic. With an enhanced driving experience for all drivers and passengers who enter its interior space, the Telluride (like the Kia Sorento) offers three rows of seating that cater to adults. Some configurations of the Telluride offer space to seat eight, while others offer seven. Still, this interior offers plenty of room for day trips with the family or group outings to your favorite ballgame.
In addition, Rochester, Kasson, and Byron customers can opt for the captain’s chairs in upgraded trim packages. Look closer and you'll find the Telluride offers reclining third-row seats for extra comfort. Each row offers air controls and power outlets, ideal for long road trips. When you need lots of cargo space, 60/40 folding second-row seats and 50/50third-row seats provide plenty of additional space.
Higher-level trim packages include luxurious upgrades like heated, ventilated, and power-adjustable seats, plus power-folding mirrors and tailgates that open at the touch of a button. All trims offer steering wheel-mounted audio, hands-free phone, and cruise control buttons, and the SX configuration offers Driver’s Seat Integrated Memory System (IMS), which stores individual seat preferences. Stay charged up with the Telluride’s 5 or 6 USB connectors.
Pricing
The 2020 Kia Telluride started a bit over $30,000, and this year’s no exception. The 2021 Kia Telluride prices vary by trim level and they are as follows:
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2021 Kia Telluride LX
$31,990
starting MSRP*
2021 Kia Telluride S
$34,390
starting MSRP*
2021 Kia Telluride EX
$37,390
starting MSRP*
2021 Kia Telluride SX
$42,190
starting MSRP*
IN ADDITION TO THE TRIM LEVELS, YOU CAN CHOOSE BETWEEN FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE (FWD) AND ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD). DRIVERS WHO CHOOSE TO UPGRADE TO ALL-WHEEL DRIVE ON ANY TRIM LEVEL WILL PAY AN ADDITIONAL $2,000 FOR THE LX, S, AND EX CONFIGURATIONS. AWD UPGRADES ON THE SX CONFIGURATION COSTS $1,900 EXTRA.
With so many options, you’re sure to find the right configuration for your family’s budget and needs.
Performance and MPG
While behind the steering wheel, you’ll probably notice how luxurious and smooth the Telluride drives. You’ll hardly notice speed bumps in Rochester city corridors with its independent suspension. And although this crossover SUV is the largest in Kia’s lineup, the Telluride has no problem navigating serpentine roads.
All-wheel drive upgrades are available. In our view, such an upgrade is a worthwhile expense, especially when driving in snow or icy conditions.
No matter which trim level you choose the 2021 Kia Telluride has a towing capacity of 5,000 pounds. Whether its a boat, trailer, or a light flat bed, this SUV has you covered.
The Telluride comes with only one powertrain option—that’s the 291-horsepower 3.8-liter V-6. So although you only have one option, it’s not a weak one! Expect plenty of brawn for wherever you need to go.
Drivers who journey through many landscapes will appreciate special modes like Eco, Sport, Snow, Comfort, and Smart, which adjust the vehicle’s settings via a controller on the center console for a personalized high-performing driving experience.
With all of these muscular engine specs, you may believe that the Telluride fails in the MPG department.** Not so. The 2021 Kia Telluride produces strong results in its miles per gallon (mpg) stats, in both front-wheel-drive (20/26/23 mpg city/highway combined) and all-wheel-drive (19/24/21mpg city/highway/combined) models.
Technology Features
One of the biggest reasons people buy newer vehicles is to take advantage of the latest technology features that come standard in updated models. You can expect this and more with all Telluride models, especially when it comes to safety. All Telluride trim levels feature a forward-collision alert system that identifies external objects like pedestrians, rear cross-traffic alert, active cruise control, lane-keeping assistant, and torque vectoring.
Because the SX package features the most bells and whistles of any trim level, it includes an additional tech-savvy safety feature. The blind-spot monitor displays a high-definition image of the vehicle’s side view when the turn signal activates. This makes changing lanes and maneuvering through tight spaces safer and more accurate, which prevents collisions.
Additional tech features include:
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Available on all trims, this smartphone connectivity suite is perfect for cruising to your favorite tunes.
Wireless Phone Charger
You’ll find this upgrade on the EX trim. You’ll also find a 10.5-inch touch screen with UVO link integration.
Harman Kardon Audio
Get the bass pumping with Harmon Kardon’s 10-speaker surround-sound audio.
Exterior and Interior Colors
The 2020 Kia Telluride comes in seven colors. Choose between:
Gravity Gray
Sangria
Everlasting Silver
Snow White Pearl
Black Copper
Dark Moss
Ebony Black
Glacial White Pearl
Wolf Gray
Hop inside, and you may find one of the following stunning interior color choices. Note thatnot all interior colors are compatible with each exterior color option:
Black SOFINO
Gray SOFINO
Black Leather
Gray Leather
Butterscotch Leather
Gray Nappa Leather
Black Nappa Leather
Dune Brown Nappa Leather
Espresso Brown Leather
Overall Value
The 2020 Telluride has been hailed by car experts as one of the best SUVs for families because of its quality features at a great price. The 2021 is no different!
The Telluride comes standard with a powerful engine, good fuel efficiency, state-of-the-art technology, and the latest in safety features. But in addition to that, it has an incredibly spacious interior designed to transport larger families without feeling too boxy. Its various trim levels provide drivers with several options for upgrades, depending on their preferences. Those who desire a new vehicle without paying a premium price will appreciate everything the Telluride has to offer.
When you’re ready to see the 2021 Kia Telluride in person, our sales team at Tom Kadlec Kia can help you find the optimal choice for your lifestyle and answer any questions you may have.
We will admit, however, that the 2021 telluride has won most awards available, and as such supply has not caught up with demand. while waiting for an available unit can feel like winning the lottery, pre-ordering the telluride gets you what you want and can take as little as 8 weeks.
We invite you to contact us on the form below to explore your pre-ordering options.
*"Starting MSRP" price is manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for lowest model trim. MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license, options, and dealer charges. Actual price set by dealer and may vary. See "Build and Price" section for MSRP of model shown and applicable destination and handling charges. Vehicles shown with optional equipment. Some features only available as part of packages. See "Features & Specifications" and "Options" pages for details. Kia Motors reserves the right to make changes at any time as to vehicle availability, destination, and handling fees, colors, materials, specifications, features, accessories, packages, and models.
**EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, and your vehicle’s condition. These estimates reflect EPA’s revised coefficients beginning with some 2017 models.
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